Fujifilm
GFX100 II
102MP medium format flagship for studio, fashion, and landscape.
$7,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Fujifilm
X100S
Second-generation X100 with 16MP X-Trans sensor and fixed 35mm-equivalent lens.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Jan 2013
GFX100 II is 10.7 years newer.
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Wins
GFX100 II
Wins
X100S
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGFX100 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AGFX100 II has higher RAW buffer depth (325 frames vs 8 frames)
- AGFX100 II has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- AGFX100 II has higher Resolution (102 MP vs 16.3 MP)
- AGFX100 II has higher EVF resolution (9,440,000 vs 2,360,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGFX100 II
152 × 117 × 99 mm
1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X100S
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
GFX100 II is 26mm wider, 43mm taller, and 45mm thicker than X100S.
GFX100 II is 585 g heavier than X100S.
Depth (front-to-back): 99mm GFX100 II · 54mm X100S
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100 II
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X100S
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
3.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
GFX100 II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 152.4, 117.4, 98.6
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II, SSD via USB
RAW buffer depth
325 frames vs 8 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
102 MP vs 16.3 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT…
Reasons to choose
X100S
Subject recognition
Adds Human
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
445 g vs 1030 g — lower is better
Burst (electronic)
6 fps vs 5.3 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 425
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX100 II
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format
- ✓Stunning detail
- ✓Pro video
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Slow operation feel
X100S
Pros
- ✓Classic fixed-lens design
- ✓X-Trans sensor
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder
Cons
- –Very old AF
- –No 4K
- –Fixed screen
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GFX100 II or X100S?
GFX100 II scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for X100S — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100 II and X100S?
GFX100 II is 102 MP and X100S is 16.3 MP, so the GFX100 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100 II and X100S have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X100S does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100 II or the X100S?
GFX100 II reaches 8 fps mechanical. X100S reaches 6 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100 II and X100S?
GFX100 II weighs 1030 g and X100S weighs 445 g, so the X100S is 585 g lighter.
Do the GFX100 II and X100S record 4K video?
GFX100 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. X100S: Full HD.
Are the GFX100 II and X100S weather sealed?
GFX100 II: Yes. X100S: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 540 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100 II and 330 shots for the X100S, giving the GFX100 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100 II launched at $7,499 and X100S at $1,299. The X100S is $6,200 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.